“Most entrepreneurs over time should start to think about a future exit strategy because preparing for an exit takes some time.” –  C.J. Fitzgerald, managing director of Summit Partners There may come a time and place where exiting your company feels like the best move you can make for yourself and/or your company. Whether it’s […]

“Networking is an investment in your business. It takes time and when done correctly can yield great results for years to come.” – Diane Helbig, Author Whether it’s a specialized conference or just a general work occasion, it is well known the paramount importance of networking in business and other ventures. Establishing strong connections with […]

“Innovation is the new competitive advantage.” – Julie Sweet Plenty has been said about the necessity of innovation and creativity when it comes to business. But what does that mean? Just deciding to innovate is only a small part of actually sparking innovation. Successful innovation requires a surge of creative solutions. Yet often, people find […]

“Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.” – Henry Ford There has been plenty said about the myriad of things one can do to avoid mistakes. Proper planning, quality control, and general foresight all play a part of the sort of crisis aversion that is typical in most businesses. However, […]

“It is not stress that kills us, it is your reaction toward it.” – Dr. Hans Seyle The truth is this: stress is a part of life, and a total avoidance of stressful situation is impossible. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t certain precautions and strategies available to combat stress. It’s best, first and foremost, […]